Ruidoso, New Mexico and flash flood
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Broken tree limbs, twisted metal, crumpled cars and muddy debris remained as crews worked to clear roads and culverts in the wake of Tuesday's flash flood that killed three people — including two children — and significantly damaged as many as 50 homes, with one home carried away entirely.
Officials in Ruidoso, New Mexico will hold a press conference following the three deaths reported due to floods on Tuesday.
Dozens of people spent the day cleaning up what’s left of their homes and businesses after deadly flooding on Tuesday in Ruidoso. Even with the mess and destruction,
Parts of New Mexico have experienced unprecedented and deadly flash flooding over the last few days, causing major damage. At least three people, including two children, were killed in Ruidoso.
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Raging floodwaters in Ruidoso in southern New Mexico killed at least three people, including two children overnight according to authorities. Officials confirmed a Fort Bliss soldier and their spouse are in the hospital with serious injuries and that their two children are among the dead.
The Governor of New Mexico has signed an emergency declaration asking help from the federal government for help as Ruidoso deals with flooding.